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Division on Addiction
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Seeking to alleviate addiction-related burdens. Cambridge Health Alliance and Harvard Med School faculty. Research | Education | Outreach | Training
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Addiction recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all. Pathways to recovery can include clinical care, therapy, peer support, faith-based support, and self-management. Find treatment and support that works for you: findtreatment.gov

#TreatmentMonth #RecoveryIsPossible
January 23, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Screening for gambling problems is easy with free, anonymous resources! Check out our 3-question Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen – available in 22 languages – if you want to know more about your relationship with gambling. www.divisiononaddiction.org/outreach-res...
January 21, 2026 at 6:18 PM
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the Experimental Gambling Research Laboratory at Central Queensland University that explored young adult sports bettors’ experiences of gambling harm and their perspectives on changing their gambling behavior. basisonline.org/2026/01/20/y...
January 20, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Science Literacy in Your Practice is a free online course designed for clinicians who are interested in enhancing their knowledge about scientific research and evidence-based practices. Learn more and register: divisiononaddictioncourses.org/courses/scie...
January 16, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Online sports betting continues to grow, raising concerns about its public health impact. The Harvard Gazette explored this topic, featuring insights from Dr. @debilaplante.bsky.social, Director of the Division on Addiction, on the importance of gambling screening. news.harvard.edu/gazette/stor...
Sports betting worries grow as wagers skyrocket— Harvard Gazette
Experts see rise in gambling problems, possible wider cultural fallout.
news.harvard.edu
January 15, 2026 at 7:43 PM
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the University of New South Wales that explored how patients with methamphetamine use disorder experience a treatment package consisting of psychotherapy and doses of the psychedelic psilocybin. basisonline.org/2026/01/13/e...
January 13, 2026 at 8:36 PM
If making changes to your substance use is part of your goals for the new year, know that you’re not alone and help is available. Take the first step: connect with resources or reach out for support. Visit findtreatment.gov

#TreatmentMonth #RecoveryIsPossible
January 12, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Advancing #openscience principles and practices and conducting replication studies will strengthen the #gambling studies literature. Check out our infographic to learn more! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
January 9, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Learn about gambling research and its implications for treatment and public health with The Worldwide Addiction Gambling Education Report (WAGER) Microlearning Course, a free online course offered by the MA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment: www.m-tac.org/module-categ...
January 8, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Substance Use Disorder #TreatmentMonth highlights treatment options, pathways to recovery, and supporting others in need. Check out SAMHSA's toolkit and help spread the word: www.samhsa.gov/about/digita...
January 7, 2026 at 4:01 PM
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the University of Washington School of Social Work that examined the relationship between young adults' reasoning for using vapes and subsequent vape and cigarette use later in life. basisonline.org/2026/01/06/r...
January 6, 2026 at 8:15 PM
What do you know about addiction? Test your knowledge with our free quizzes on Gambling Disorder, responsible gambling, and addiction and adolescence. www.divisiononaddiction.org/education-tr...
January 5, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Your First Step to Change is a self-help workbook for individuals thinking about changing their #gambling behavior. Download or order free copies from the MA Department of Public Health's Health Promotion Clearinghouse. Available in 5 languages! massclearinghouse.ehs.state.ma.us/PROG-GAMB/PG...
January 2, 2026 at 7:05 PM
#ICYMI – Another successful year of The BASIS has come to a close. Check out our 2025 Year-In-Review for a recap of this year’s highlights and a look ahead to 2026! basisonline.org/2025/12/19/t...
December 31, 2025 at 2:32 PM
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @rand.org that examined the experiences of people who attend online mutual support group meetings for problematic drinking. basisonline.org/2025/12/30/e...
December 30, 2025 at 9:42 PM
The holidays can be stressful. Taking care of your body and mind is an important part of self-care. Explore practical ways to support yourself during the holiday season: www.samhsa.gov/find-support...
December 24, 2025 at 6:51 PM
What does it mean to #GiftResponsibly? Keep lottery tickets, scratchers, and other forms of gambling out of children’s gifts.
December 24, 2025 at 5:19 PM
🚨 New publication alert! The xaʔtu̓s (First Face) for Mental Health training empowers Tribal community members to provide informal support to people experiencing mental health distress.
December 23, 2025 at 8:51 PM
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from Lund University that explored the relationship between gambling disorder and suicidality. basisonline.org/2025/12/23/b...
December 23, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Are you curious about your own drinking? The new Responsible Drinking Inventory (RDI) is a self-administered tool that can help you reflect on and understand your own drinking behaviors and beliefs. See the full instrument on page 2 of this infographic. www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
December 22, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Is the holiday stress getting to you? Taking time to focus on yourself is okay. Explore ways to care for your body and mind this season: samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope
December 22, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Another successful year of The BASIS has come to a close. Check out our 2025 Year-In-Review for a recap of this year’s highlights and a look ahead to 2026! basisonline.org/2025/12/19/t...
December 19, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Stay up to date with the Division on Addiction! Read our Fall 2025 Newsletter for the latest news, recent research, and upcoming events: www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
December 19, 2025 at 4:54 PM
This holiday season, remember to #GiftResponsibly! Keep lottery tickets, scratchers, and other forms of gambling out of children’s gifts.
December 18, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Sometimes responsible drinking means not drinking at all. Gauge your responsible drinking beliefs and behaviors using our new validated instrument, the Responsible Drinking Inventory (RDI). Check out our infographic to learn more! View the RDI on page 2. www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
December 17, 2025 at 9:05 PM